Mj12687 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 Hello all im a auto tech for a ford dealer I work on all cars and small diesel trucks. On the side I work for a banquet facility on there limos and miscellaneous other equip they recently purchased a paving company and want me to maintain equipment they have mack dm68es tri axle dump im wondering if anyone can give me some basic info engine size, what weight oil should it run, how much shoukd it take any paticular brand of filters that you recommend thanks in advance any help.would be greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 Welcome to the jungle and you also came to the right place for information. Unfortunatley I don't have the awnser Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175280 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdiesel25 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 it should be a 685s or 686s that will tell you engine size (its either a 237 or 300 engine)we use shell rotella oil 15w 40i find it easier to get the filters from mack that way you get the correct kit according to your serial # Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175284 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 Welcome! Wow that is one LONG sentence! Use an API approved engine oil (CJ-4 is the current classification). 15W-40 is the typical weight oil to use. If it is going to be used in the winter and sit outside, I recommend either 10W-30 or 5W-40. I use Mack branded filters. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175285 Share on other sites More sharing options...
felicello122 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 Hello all im a auto tech for a ford dealer I work on all cars and small diesel trucks. On the side I work for a banquet facility on there limos and miscellaneous other equip they recently purchased a paving company and want me to maintain equipment they have mack dm68es tri axle dump im wondering if anyone can give me some basic info engine size, what weight oil should it run, how much shoukd it take any paticular brand of filters that you recommend thanks in advance any help.would be greatly appreciated.need to tell me the motor model and hp rating,last 6 of the vin# will get you all your answers at mack. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175286 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mj12687 Posted March 31, 2013 Author Share Posted March 31, 2013 Sorry about the long sentence lol. I guess proper grammar isnt my strong suit. Thanks everyone for the quick and informative posts. The last six of the vin are 012842. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175288 Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackdog2 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 On the side of the motor behind the injection pump ther is usually a plate with the horspower rating. Also we like pictures here Quote Ed Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175289 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdiesel25 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 check your model # it'll be dm685s or dm686s Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175290 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mj12687 Posted March 31, 2013 Author Share Posted March 31, 2013 The model # is dm686sx acording to the plate on the door. The one by the injection pump isnt really legible im hoping I can get it cleaned up a little and find the hp rating. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175292 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdiesel25 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 ok by that # it should be a 300 motor with the big rears Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175294 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdiesel25 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 does it have 2 sticks? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175295 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mj12687 Posted March 31, 2013 Author Share Posted March 31, 2013 I believe it does I havent really spent more than 10 min with the truck this week I will have much more info and some pics. Do you know how many gallonsof oil the 300 requires for an oil change Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175299 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdiesel25 Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 around 8 gallons, I've always ran shell rotella 15w40 in all my trucksi have a couple r model macks with the 300 motor 6 speed twin stick combo very good combo Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175303 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mj12687 Posted March 31, 2013 Author Share Posted March 31, 2013 Thank you for the info. hopefully monday or tuesday night ill have some pics and some more info on the truck. Thanks again for all the help and info right away Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175310 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 Another friggen Yankee!Welcome aboard. Where in CT. are you?As the others stated, 15-40. I also run Shell rotella every 10,000 milesTake a half day to look over the whole truck. look for grease fittings and suchAnd yes, pictures are required nice to have Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175318 Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 In my Cat I run Mobil Delvac. I seem to get less burn off. Ran Rotella for years. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175319 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTFormula Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 Welcome to the site. You couldn't have found a better site for information. Please post some pictures when you can of the truck. We love pics. Quote ~ JT Burkard ~ AKA Sweaty Mackwww.jtresto.com www.wickedreputation.netwww.jonathanthomasmotorcars.com Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175425 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1977vega Posted March 31, 2013 Share Posted March 31, 2013 You can also post pics of good lookin wimmins hangin off said truck also... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175428 Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stacksuperdog Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 We like pictures here! Quote Matt Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175442 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb502 Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 You can also post pics of good lookin wimmins hangin off said truck also...I was just talkin bout getting a good lookin tattooed woman to hang off my truck for pics, but she doesn't seem up for it yet (course I just met her so give it time). Quote "Any Society that would give up a little LIBERTY to gain a little SECURITY will Deserve Neither and LOSE BOTH" -Benjamin Franklin"If your gonna be STUPID, you gotta be TOUGH" "You cant always get what you want, but if you try sometimes you get what you need" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175505 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mj12687 Posted April 1, 2013 Author Share Posted April 1, 2013 Okay so I was able to locate fuel and oil filters is there any special procedure for changing the fuel filters priming steps or anything I should be aware of before I get involved Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175535 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mj12687 Posted April 1, 2013 Author Share Posted April 1, 2013 Okay so I was able to locate fuel and oil filters is there any special procedure for changing the fuel filters priming steps or anything I should be aware of before I get involved Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175536 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Okay so I was able to locate fuel and oil filters is there any special procedure for changing the fuel filters priming steps or anything I should be aware of before I get involvedI fill the new oil filters with clean oil before spinning them on. Same with new fuel filters only use clean Diesel fuel. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175537 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mj12687 Posted April 1, 2013 Author Share Posted April 1, 2013 That was my plan thanks for the help Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175538 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mj12687 Posted April 2, 2013 Author Share Posted April 2, 2013 Well here is the mack not the best pics I was running out of light but there will be more to come 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30620-new-to-big-rigs/#findComment-175782 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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